Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
UCLan London Duolingo minimums
From UCLan London's English language requirements page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (IELTS 6.0, no component below 5.5) | 105 | At least 100 in each component |
| Postgraduate (IELTS 6.5, no component below 6.0) | 120 | No sub score below 110 |
How UCLan London handles Duolingo scores
Submit your Duolingo result as a downloaded PDF through the applicant or agent portal, or CAS Shield. The page calls its requirements indicative, and some courses ask for more.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 for undergraduates and 6.5 with no component below 6.0 for postgraduates.
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If your Duolingo score is below the line
UCLan London accepts its own Test of English Language Level (TELL and eTELL) at 65% with no component below 50%. You can take it as a standalone test or reach it by completing a pre-sessional or the Study Overseas Programme.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UCLan London programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does UCLan London need for undergraduate study?+
105 with at least 100 in each component.
And for postgraduate study?+
120 with no sub score below 110.
How do I send Duolingo results to UCLan London?+
Upload a downloaded PDF through the applicant or agent portal, or CAS Shield.
Is there an in-house test?+
Yes. TELL and eTELL, at 65% with no component below 50%.
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- UCLan London IELTS requirement
- ARU London Duolingo requirement
- How to send Duolingo English Test results
- IELTS for the UK: scores by university
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